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Cable Operative

Cable Operative

Comex 2000 UK LtdStaffordshire, STS, gb
17 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

The Cable Operative builds and maintains new and existing Core Telecommunications Access Networks, specifically copper cable pulling, jointing and testing; involving heavy cable pulling, either with assist equipment or by-hand, jointing at internal & external locations, and identifying cables / parts of cables to be worked on in various locations and environments.

Responsibilities and duties

  • Use telecoms installation & test equipment to install with Fibre, Copper & CATV cables to client specification
  • Work on internal databases to record actions & daily whereabouts
  • Represent the company in a professional and helpful manner whilst interacting with service providers, end users, members of the public and Virgin Media employees where necessary
  • Adherence to Virgin Media quality standards - copies of the quality standards will be provided by VM at audit
  • Ability to record changes and updates made, as a result of work carried out, updating VM with details on task closure
  • Ability to work safely, such as National Roads & Street Works Act
  • Ensure all equipment used meets recognised safety standards including but not limited to tools and testers

Requirements

Skills and Qualifications

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision
  • Ability to work within a team
  • Be able to prioritise, organise and manage tasks
  • Experience or willingness to learn key aspects of telecommunications infrastructure
  • Good observational and analytical skills and a good eye for detail
  • Well-presented and have good presentation skills
  • Must have good IT skills - specifically Microsoft Excel and Word
  • Must be holding a Full Clean Valid UK Driving License for a minimum of 1 year

    • Requirements

    Skills and Qualifications

  • Computer literate with exceptional understanding of Microsoft applications
  • Outstanding communication skills
  • A positive and enthusiastic approach to work
  • Good organisation skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Flexible approach to work location
  • Experience in a Planning or related role
  • Telecommunications experience or knowledge